2008 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2012 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
